Using less energy to achieve the same level of output or service, involving optimizing energy consumption and reducing energy waste without sacrificing comfort, productivity, or quality of life
Dictate how land can be used within specific areas, such as residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural, or mixed-use zones, to maintain community character, protect natural resources, and promote public health and safety
Involves the systematic assessment, allocation, and management of land for various purposes, considering factors such as population growth, economic development, environmental conservation, and infrastructure needs
Geographical limits established by local governments to manage urban sprawl, preserve open space, and promote compact, sustainable development patterns
Promote compact, walkable, and transit-oriented development patterns that minimize land consumption, reduce automobile dependency, and enhance community livability
Ordinances and regulations aimed at protecting and conserving buildings, sites, and landscapes with cultural, historical, or architectural significance
Ensures transparency, accountability, and legitimacy in land use decision-making processes by engaging community members, residents, businesses, and other stakeholders
Encompasses the collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal of waste in a manner that reduces environmental pollution, public health risks, and resource depletion
A specific waste management practice that involves converting waste materials into new products or materials through processes such as sorting, cleaning, shredding, and reprocessing
Waste management encompasses a broader range of activities related to waste handling and disposal, while recycling is a specific aspect of waste management focused on recovering and reusing materials from waste streams